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MIL 8805

2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

92,232 mi
Last recorded92,232 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo42,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIL 8805
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 92,232 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 92,111 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 92,031 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 91,863 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 91,448 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 90,837 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 90,837 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 89,733 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 89,666 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

oil leaks

Pass 10 Oct 2017 86,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 83,091 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 80,646 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 76,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 67,346 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 54,806 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 50,761 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 50,761 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 May 2010 45,540 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 45,540 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear exhaust mounts broken. but exhaust still secure.

Pass 27 May 2009 37,183 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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MIL 8805 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 42,934 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIL 8805, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIL 8805 registered?

MIL 8805 is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is MIL 8805 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIL 8805 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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